The Running Thread - 2018

[Mickey Momma]

And then there's chicken and waffles. Not saying chicken&waffles>chicken biscuits&gravy, but it reminded me.

To cover all your bases, order it with real maple syrup AND cream gravy.

So this reminds me - my dad never put maple syrup on his pancakes, but rather gravy!

 

[Keels]

So this reminds me - my dad never put maple syrup on his pancakes, but rather gravy!

Now I'm rethinking my anti-pancake lobby ...

 

[FFigawi]

Now I'm rethinking my anti-pancake lobby ...

Like ranch dressing, gravy helps make everything better

 

[Mickey Momma]

Unofficial Gravy Rankings:
1. Cream Gravy
2. Red Eye Gravy
3. Roast Beef Gravy
4. Chicken Gravy
5. Mole
107. Sausage Gravy

Mole needs to move waaaaaay up that list.

 

[Miranda]

Ok while we’re talking weird breakfasts, what is with biscuits and gravy!? I first came across it at a Hampton Inn while in the US for work. Took me a week to pluck up the courage to try it. Thought it was ok...

I like biscuits and butter or biscuits and jam... no biscuits and weird white gravy.

 

[BikeFan]

ATTQOTD: (cont'd) It's interesting to see so many of us report never or rarely worrying about finishing a race. There's a psychological theory called "the winner effect" which suggests that winning a contest increases the odds of subsequent victories. From an abstract about this theory:

Biologists have long noticed that when animals in the wild fight for dominance, the animal that wins is more likely to win fights in the future. This isn't just because they're better in a fight. Scientists have found that just the act of winning is enough to boost the chances of success later on. This makes some logical sense: knowing you can win builds confidence, and confidence is an important tool for success.

Researchers theorized that this all came down to hormones. Winning leads to a boost of testosterone, they figured, and testosterone makes animals more aggressive. Losing, on the contrary, leads to a boost in the stress hormone cortisol, which makes animals more fearful and risk averse.​

This effect has also been found in humans, with one study finding that in pro tennis players, the winner of the first set had a 60% chance of winning the second, even controlling for the skill levels of both players. This is why I think it's important in running to work on mental training as much as physical training; for example, to focus on past accomplishments as a way to remind yourself that you can face future obstacles. Right before a race, I like to visualize my recent long training runs to remember that I put in the work and can be confident I'll have the fitness to finish strong. Strong positive thoughts, along with solid training, can have a significant effect on your race.

 

[Miranda]

ATTQOTD: I have never been worried that I wouldn't finish. I've worried about being LAST plenty of times, but never that I wouldn't finish.

 

[DIS-OH]

Wandering thoughts on cereal:

Showing my age with this...but does anyone remember Quisp or Freakies cereal?

Currently favorite...Honey Nut Cheerios

Can’t stand...Corn Pops and Shredded Wheat.

 

[Sleepless Knight]

ATTQOTD: Despite having run 14 miles two weeks before my first half, I didn't quite believe I would finish my first half. But that had more to do with needing to learn the mental game of things. Since then I've believed that barring injury, I would finish every race I entered.

The confidence factor from having done it is real. Some things come from experience.

 

[FFigawi]

For those cilantro haters, you should try it mixed with jalapeños and tequila.

 

[jennamfeo]

For those cilantro haters, you should try it mixed with jalapeños and tequila.

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OMG HAND IT OVER. That sounds amazingggggg.

 

[apdebord]

ATTQOTD: I think I’m more nervous about not starting than not finishing. I got injured at mile 10 of my 2nd half and I was alone (my husband was running the half and the full) and I hobbled towards the finish line because I was not going to quit. It definitely taught me a lot.

Barkley Marathons- that’s a whole lot of nope. DH was giving me updates this weekend and I pretended to care. I told him I’d make it 2 miles in then realize I’ve lived a good life and just die there.

Onto everything I missed last night/this morning:
Post rD celebration: California Grill for drinks and/or dinner
Pancakes: I don’t put syrup on them....and I only like buttermilk pancakes. With cinnamon or pumpkin spice. I don’t hate syrup, just not on pancakes.
Waffles: echoing @jennamfeo: only in Belgium. I had one in Brussels with ice cream and strawberries, at 9 AM. Amazing.
Also I hate Mickey waffles
Cilantro: an absolute must on tacos, guacamole, salsa, Korean, some sushi rolls, etc.
Bananas- before or after a race only. Otherwise they make me gag. Must have in smoothies though
Cereal- Apple Jacks! Fruit loops is a close second

@Dis_Yoda adorable puppy!

 

[jmasgat]

Can’t stand...Corn Pops and Shredded Wheat.

Love me some shredded wheat. But only like this: 2 biscuits, on a plate. Pour boiling water over to soften. Drain. Spread with butter.

 

[OldSlowGoofyGuy]

Can’t stand...Corn Pops and Shredded Wheat.

Big Shredded Wheat fan. Shredded wheat and Bran for me. I eat it almost everyday for breakfast. Always with banana, and sometimes with dried fig pieces. Never with cilantro.

 

[DIS-OH]

Love me some shredded wheat. But only like this: 2 biscuits, on a plate. Pour boiling water over to soften. Drain. Spread with butter.

At that point, is it even still cereal?

 

[LSUlakes]

It will be OK, little buddy. The Tooth Fairy is still real!

At 34, I wish not to lose any teeth for $ from the tooth fairy. I have a price, but its a big number, much larger than anything the tooth fairy gave me during my childhood. lol

Not all beer is equal in flavor.

No truer words have ever been spoken!

Ok while we’re talking weird breakfasts, what is with biscuits and gravy!? I first came across it at a Hampton Inn while in the US for work. Took me a week to pluck up the courage to try it. Thought it was ok...

I like all the breakfasts, preference depends on where I am eating. Life changers include beignets at cafe du monde, exceeded the hype. The soggy excuses at Ralph Brennan’s in DLR’s downtown Disney should be ashamed of themselves.

The Hampton Inn is probably not the best place to judge on southern breakfast food items.

Unofficial Gravy Rankings:
1. Cream Gravy
2. Red Eye Gravy
3. Roast Beef Gravy
4. Chicken Gravy
5. Mole
107. Sausage Gravy

I love this thread lol. We are far removed from out main topic this week lol.

Like ranch dressing, gravy helps make everything better

I have to do this again... I do not like ranch dressing either. Sorry folks I am a very picky eater.

I like biscuits and butter or biscuits and jam... no biscuits and weird white gravy.

Biscuits, butter, bacon and LOG CABIN Syrup are one of my favorites. Two fried eggs on the side, cooked of course in the bacon grease. Theres a reason Louisiana is not leading the country in anything positive related to health...

 

[Keels]

I love this thread lol. We are far removed from out main topic this week lol.

I was wondering what you'd think when you popped back in to see the Thread was all about food. It's on the Marathon Thread too.

 

[Mickey Momma]

I was wondering what you'd think when you popped back in to see the Thread was all about food. It's on the Marathon Thread too.

Wait, isn’t food and beverage the reason we run? We are totally on topic!

 

[Keels]

Wait, isn’t food and beverage the reason we run? We are totally on topic!

Speaking of ... I just found my list of everything I drank on Monday after finishing Dopey this year. Definitely earned all of these boozes over the course of the weekend ...

 

[mrsg00fy]

For those cilantro haters, you should try it mixed with jalapeños and tequila.

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Cilantro! Food of the gods. Awesome stuff!! I want one.